Art Exists For A Reason
Is art important? Essential?
Art and music have been shown to have a profound impact on individuals, societies, and the world. Practically every single group of peoples that have lived on Earth practice art, music, and other creative crafts.
Why?
Art has the power to push the boundaries of conventional thinking and witness new perspectives. People express what they sense is important through art, often in a way that thoroughly transcends language barriers and promotes a sense of shared humanity. (1)
Connecting and empathizing on a deeper level, while also promoting mental and emotional health is just a part of the magic of art.
I believe the creative process is the most important part. While some people claim to have gazed at a painting and suddenly had an epiphany of enlightenment, I see the more common benefit goes to the craftsman.
Through the practice, study, development, and application of a craft one can discover the secrets of the universe, grow their brain (literally), and sometimes enjoy financial profits to invest wisely.
Studies have found that art and music can have a therapeutic effect on individuals with a range of health conditions, including Alzheimer's disease, PTSD, and depression. Art therapy, in particular, has been found to improve mood, reduce stress, and enhance overall quality of life (2). Music therapy has also been found to reduce anxiety and depression (3). Sound Therapy is even being used in auto-immune disease treatments (read more here)
On a societal level, art and music can bring people from different backgrounds together and promote empathy and understanding. For example, a study found that attending musical events can foster a sense of community and social cohesion, as well as promote positive emotions and overall wellbeing (4). Art and music can also be used to raise awareness about social and political issues, inspiring positive change and driving social movements (5).
Art has a strong part to play in inspiring innovation and creativity, transforming the world and promoting progress. I can not quite imagine challenging conventional thinking, pushing boundaries, innovating, generating social movements, and developing mental, spiritual, and even physical health without art in some way or another.
In conclusion, holistic impact of art and music cannot be overstated. From promoting mental and emotional health to inspiring social and political change, art and music have the power to heal, connect, and transform individuals, societies, and the world. I consider it an essential part of personal and holistic development and experience.
Sources:
Art and music have been shown to have a profound impact on individuals, societies, and the world. Practically every single group of peoples that have lived on Earth practice art, music, and other creative crafts.
Why?
Art has the power to push the boundaries of conventional thinking and witness new perspectives. People express what they sense is important through art, often in a way that thoroughly transcends language barriers and promotes a sense of shared humanity. (1)
Connecting and empathizing on a deeper level, while also promoting mental and emotional health is just a part of the magic of art.
I believe the creative process is the most important part. While some people claim to have gazed at a painting and suddenly had an epiphany of enlightenment, I see the more common benefit goes to the craftsman.
Through the practice, study, development, and application of a craft one can discover the secrets of the universe, grow their brain (literally), and sometimes enjoy financial profits to invest wisely.
Studies have found that art and music can have a therapeutic effect on individuals with a range of health conditions, including Alzheimer's disease, PTSD, and depression. Art therapy, in particular, has been found to improve mood, reduce stress, and enhance overall quality of life (2). Music therapy has also been found to reduce anxiety and depression (3). Sound Therapy is even being used in auto-immune disease treatments (read more here)
On a societal level, art and music can bring people from different backgrounds together and promote empathy and understanding. For example, a study found that attending musical events can foster a sense of community and social cohesion, as well as promote positive emotions and overall wellbeing (4). Art and music can also be used to raise awareness about social and political issues, inspiring positive change and driving social movements (5).
Art has a strong part to play in inspiring innovation and creativity, transforming the world and promoting progress. I can not quite imagine challenging conventional thinking, pushing boundaries, innovating, generating social movements, and developing mental, spiritual, and even physical health without art in some way or another.
In conclusion, holistic impact of art and music cannot be overstated. From promoting mental and emotional health to inspiring social and political change, art and music have the power to heal, connect, and transform individuals, societies, and the world. I consider it an essential part of personal and holistic development and experience.
Sources:
- Martin, G. N., & White, M. P. (2018). The transcendent function: The role of art in human experience. Frontiers in Psychology, 9, 1-6.
- American Art Therapy Association. (2021). What is Art Therapy? https://arttherapy.org/what-is-art-therapy/
- American Music Therapy Association. (2021). What is Music Therapy? https://www.musictherapy.org/about/musictherapy/
- Fancourt, D., Ockelford, A., & Belai, A. (2014). The psychoneuroimmunological effects of music: A systematic review and a new model. Brain, Behavior, and Immunity, 36, 15-26.
- O'Brien, D. (2018). The role of art in social change. Artivate: A Journal of Entrepreneurship in the Arts, 7(1), 15-25.
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Even while playing gigs and recording in studio, I still feel like a beginner with lots to learn. I would love to learn with you as we discover how to expose an art to the world in ever more enjoying ways.
I have a portable studio set up for recording and mixing on the go.
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